Visitor Information
The Fort William Henry is open from 9 am -6 pm daily, May - October
Admission:
$14.95 adult
$7.95 children 3-11, under 3 free
$12.95 senior (62 +) and active military
*Rates include NYS Tax 7%
Group rates are available for groups of 15 or more. AAA discount also available.
Guided Tours:
Guided tours are conducted every hour on the hour with the last tour beginning at 5 pm.
You will meet a guide dressed in 18th century military costume to begin your tour. The guide will explain the weapons and warfare of the period including conducting live firing demonstrations of musket and cannon along with a musket ball molding demonstration. Following your guided tour, a self guided tour will take you through the museum and its many exhibits.
Following each tour, children are invited to Join the Kings Army.
"Soldiers" are given a uniform, musket and a chance to drill with the guide. After "firing" the musket, participants will be given a certificate signing them up as soldiers and a coin for payment.
Also located within the courtyard, you will find a Native American demonstrating crafts such as leather work and beading. You are invited to participate and also to listen to stories of the significance of the crafts and of the Native peoples in the area. Children can make their own necklaces at our beading table to take home as a souvenier of their visit.
Directions:
Fort William Henry is conveniently located on Route 9 just south of Lake George Village. From Interstate 87, take Exit 21 to the Village. The Fort is located on the north (right) side of the road. Parking is available near the Fort behind Bella Luna.
Buses and groups are welcome.
Sutler Shop:
After visiting the fort, stop by the Sutler Shop for a great selection of Fort William Henry and Lake George souvenirs, books, toys, candy, high quality replica muskets and cannon, clothing and unique gifts. Located inside the fort, the Sutler Shop is open to the public (fort admission not required) 9:00am - 6:00pm daily, May - October.
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